Junior AWS Operations Engineer

AssetMark Financial Holdings, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flex Time / PTO

401K match

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA (HDHP)

Volunteer Time Off

Career Development

Fitness Reimbursement

Hybrid Work Schedule

Job summary

AssetMark in Austin, TX is hiring two junior AWS Operations Engineers to join a hands-on team responsible for operating production AWS environments. You will learn infrastructure as code, automation, and deployment tooling while being mentored by senior engineers.

You will work in a fully in-office setting near our Austin office, grow into mid-level roles, and contribute to reliability, security, and scalable cloud operations.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years in a technical role (Ops, DevOps, SRE, or similar).
• Comfortable writing scripts or programs, not just small one-liners.
• Ability to reason about code, debug failures, and improve existing automation.
• Experience working in Linux environments.
• Familiarity with Git-based workflows (branching, pull requests, code reviews).
• Some exposure to AWS (coursework, labs, internships, or real environments).
• Strong curiosity and willingness to learn complex systems.
• Clear communication and comfort asking questions.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain production AWS environments used by customers.
• Write and maintain automation and infrastructure code stored and reviewed in Git.
• Contribute to our Infrastructure as Code stack (primarily AWS CloudFormation).
• Build and improve deployment and operational tooling using Jenkins, Python, and Bash.
• Work extensively in Linux environments running Java-based applications.
• Debug and improve automation when things don’t behave as expected.
• Assist with maintenance activities such as AMI updates, DR testing, and environment upgrades.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to improve reliability, security, and scalability.
• Learn how to safely operate in security-sensitive, audited production environments.
• Own small operational projects end-to-end as you grow.

Skills

Python

Shell scripting

Git

Linux

AWS

Automation

Terraform/CloudFormation

Jenkins

Datadog/CloudWatch

MySQL/Redis

Networking basics

Security basics

Tools

Git-driven CI/CD pipelines

CloudFormation

Ansible

Jenkins

Job description

Job Description: Voyant is a global enterprise SaaS company providing sophisticated financial planning software used by many of the world’s leading banks, wealth management firms, and financial advisors.

Our platform runs in AWS and supports multiple production environments across regions, with strong requirements around availability, security, and operational discipline.

Our Operations team is responsible for running production: deploying software, maintaining infrastructure, improving reliability, and continuously strengthening security across dozens of AWS environments.

We can only consider candidates for this position who are able to accommodate a FULLY IN OFFICE work schedule and are close to one of our Austin, TX office.

Why This Role Exists

We are intentionally hiring two junior AWS Operations Engineers at the same time. These two hires will work closely together day-to-day while being mentored by a small team of experienced senior engineers. This role is designed for someone who:

• Has a solid technical foundation
• Enjoys writing code and automation, not just clicking in consoles
• Is comfortable working with version-controlled codebases (Git)
• Wants to learn how real production SaaS infrastructure works
• Is excited by infrastructure as code, scripting, and operational problem-solving
• Is looking to grow into a strong mid-level operations or platform engineer
• You will not be thrown in alone — but you will be expected to learn quickly, ask good questions, and take increasing ownership over time.

What You’ll Work On

You’ll be part of the team responsible for operating Voyant’s AWS environments, gradually taking on more responsibility as your skills grow.

• Help operate and maintain production AWS environments used by real customers
• Write and maintain automation and infrastructure code stored and reviewed in Git
• Contribute to our Infrastructure as Code stack (primarily AWS CloudFormation)
• Build and improve deployment and operational tooling using Jenkins, Python, and Bash
• Work extensively in Linux environments running Java-based applications
• Debug and improve automation when things don’t behave as expected
• Assist with maintenance activities such as AMI updates, DR testing, and environment upgrades
• Collaborate with senior engineers to improve reliability, security, and scalability
• Learn how to safely operate in security-sensitive, audited production environments

As you grow, you’ll begin to:

• Own small operational projects end-to-end
• Write tooling that other engineers rely on
• Troubleshoot real production issues using logs, metrics, and code
• Participate in an on-call rotation (only after training and ramp-up)

Technologies You’ll Learn and Use

You do not need to be an expert in all of these on day one. What matters most is being comfortable writing code, reading other people’s code, and learning new systems.

• AWS (EC2, RDS, VPC, ALB, IAM, CloudFormation, S3, Lambda)
• Linux (Amazon Linux, system-level troubleshooting)
• Programming and scripting (Python is primary; Bash is also heavily used)
• Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation)
• Configuration management (Ansible)
• CI/CD tooling (Jenkins)
• Git for version control and collaboration
• Exposure to: Monitoring and alerting tools (Datadog, CloudWatch)
• Databases and caches (MySQL, Redis)
• Networking fundamentals (HTTP, TLS, load balancing)
• Web application and infrastructure security concepts
• Terraform (early-stage, limited usage)

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for engineers who are early in their careers but serious about building strong technical fundamentals — especially around coding, automation, and version-controlled workflows.

• Required 0–3 years of experience in a technical role (Ops, DevOps, SRE, Systems, or similar)
• Comfortable writing real scripts or programs, not just small one-liners
• Ability to reason about code, debug failures, and improve existing automation
• Experience working in Linux environments
• Familiarity with Git-based workflows (branching, pull requests, code reviews)
• Some exposure to AWS (coursework, labs, internships, or real environments)
• Strong curiosity and willingness to learn complex systems
• Clear communication and comfort asking questions
• A sense of responsibility when working on systems that affect customers

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Prior experience with Infrastructure as Code
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines
• Coursework or hands-on work with distributed systems, networking, or security
• Familiarity with Java-based web applications
• Prior AWS certification

Learning, Certification, and Growth

We actively invest in the growth of our engineers. We will support and fund your pursuit of the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate certification We provide access to AWS training and courses relevant to your role and interests As your career develops, we support continued learning in areas that align with both your interests and the needs of the team

How You’ll Be Supported

You’ll join alongside another junior engineer in the same role You’ll be mentored by three experienced senior engineers You’ll receive structured onboarding with increasing responsibility You’ll get meaningful production experience — not shadow-only work You’ll be encouraged to grow technically in directions that interest you

Growth Path

This role is designed to grow into a mid-level AWS Operations / Platform Engineer position. Success in this role means you are increasingly trusted to:

• Write and own automation that runs production
• Improve reliability and operational safety through code
• Take ownership of pieces of the infrastructure
• Help onboard and mentor future junior engineers
• Contribute to how Voyant runs production SaaS at scale

Compensation

The Base Salary range for this position is between $95,000-$110,000. This information reflects a base salary range that AssetMark reasonably expects to pay for the position based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and actual work location. This position will also be eligible for additional variable incentive compensation and competitive benefits.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US to be considered. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. #LI-TN1

Who We Are & What We Offer

We are AssetMark, a company on the move, shaping the future of financial services. Growth is in our DNA. Every day, we combine technology, insight, and collaboration to create new possibilities for advisors, for our people and for our investors.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple: to help our 10,500+ financial advisors make a meaningful difference in their clients’ lives. We do this by combining powerful technology, holistic support, and expert consulting to help advisors run stronger, more efficient businesses.

Backed by a comprehensive suite of investment solutions and a trust company that boasts of $150B+ AUM, our platform empowers advisors to deliver exceptional service and an outstanding client experience.

Our Values

Heart. Client Success. Integrity. Respect. Excellence. Our values are how we show up every day. We believe in: Leading with Heart, in truly making a difference in the lives of others: teammates, clients, investors and communities. Obsessing over Client Success, bringing a relentless focus on what matters to clients that sets us apart and creates loyal, lasting relationships. Unyielding Integrity, doing what’s right, always. Even when it’s hard. Collective Respect, in being authentic, inclusive and valuing all voices while winning together. Operating with Excellence, in learning fast, continuously improving, innovating and collaborating to find new and better solutions. These values shape our culture, guide our decisions, and define what it means to be part of the AssetMark family.

Our Culture & Benefits

Our culture brings our mission and values to life. Here, we do what’s right, embrace diverse ideas, and innovate together.

• Flex Time or Paid Time Off and Sick Time Off
• 401K – 6% Employer Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision – HDHP or PPO
• HSA – Employer contribution (HDHP only)
• Volunteer Time Off
• Career Development / Recognition
• Fitness ReimbursementHybrid Work Schedule

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, AssetMark is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

AssetMark is a fast-growing financial technology company changing the game for advisors and their clients. If you are searching for a challenging, rewarding, and evolving career, you have come to the right place. We offer competitive salaries, full benefits, and excellent opportunities for growth. To learn more about us, visit our website.